Tag: seeking god

The Names Of Jesus Christ In The Bible – Pursuing Intimacy With God

The Names Of Jesus Christ In The Bible In our previous Bible study articles we learned the names of God and their meanings. Now we will look at the names of Jesus Christ. God wants to reveal Himself in real and personal ways to you. Which is much better than reading some facts or stories… Continue reading The Names Of Jesus Christ In The Bible – Pursuing Intimacy With God

Seeking God, Not Likes: Breaking Free from the Approval Trap — Vaneetha Risner

I’ve been a pleaser for as long as I can remember. In elementary school, I couldn’t figure out what to pack for lunch until I saw what other people were bringing. In my first job, I kept wearing the clothes that people complimented me on, discarding the more comfortable ones that I preferred. Even now… Continue reading Seeking God, Not Likes: Breaking Free from the Approval Trap — Vaneetha Risner

Why Seeking a ‘Bold Pursuit’ is Nourishment to Our Souls

Author Daniel Maritz. Photo courtesy Thomas Nelson PublishingWelling deep within our souls is the innate desire to be known. Whether it is to be respected near or far in our chosen vocation, or to provide an indelible, lasting impact on our families, our lives can be winnowed down to a singular pursuit: seeking the heart… Continue reading Why Seeking a ‘Bold Pursuit’ is Nourishment to Our Souls

Lamentations Chapter 1: Lamenting and Mourning for Zion

The Book of Lamentations reflects the experience of an individual who had seen and experienced the violence and the brutality that occurred in Jerusalem during its conquest by the Babylonian army in 587 BCE. He probably lived in the city during the long months of the siege, a siege that deprived the people of the… Continue reading Lamentations Chapter 1: Lamenting and Mourning for Zion

Come Before God in Community

Prepare for Lesson Read 1st Peter 2:8b-12 to prepare for today’s lesson. If you’re new to this community, please read the Reading Plan: Your Identity in Christ, Conduct Before God (Parts 1, 2, and 3). Focus As you come to Him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, you yourselves, like living stones,… Continue reading Come Before God in Community

Live in the moment: How to let go of social media obsession

In today’s fast-paced world, social media has woven itself into the very fabric of your daily life. Escaping its reach and influence is a challenging task. You might not have noticed it at first, but it quietly tugs you away from the precious moments right in front of you.  This article is here to help… Continue reading Live in the moment: How to let go of social media obsession

In all your ways submit to him

in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.(Proverbs3:6 NIV) In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. (Proverbs3:6 NIV) Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about In all your ways submit to him.

How to Lead an Extremely Significant Life. Anita Mathias Dreaming Beneath the Spires

16th century icon How to Lead an Extremely Significant Life Matthew 20: 20-28 Jesus came from a Kingdom of voluntary gentleness, in which Christ, called the Lion of Judah, stands at the centre of the throne in the guise of a lamb, looking as if it had been slain. No wonder his disciples struggled with his counter-cultural… Continue reading How to Lead an Extremely Significant Life. Anita Mathias Dreaming Beneath the Spires

Prayer Requests from a Church in Israel – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries

The following is from a church in Israel that Nanci and I attended years ago. We got to know the founder and pastor, and I believe this information to be trustworthy: And here are more prayer requests this church sent last week: Photo: Pexels Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about Prayer Requests… Continue reading Prayer Requests from a Church in Israel – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries